A full-time position is available for a skilled and creative Chef who has a genuine passion for food and takes pride in delivering consistently high-quality dishes. You will work as part of a professional and supportive kitchen team at The Boathouse, a well-established restaurant/café located in Moonee Ponds on the Maribyrnong River.
Key responsibilities
Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and standards.
Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day running and operation of the kitchen and undertake additional responsibilities when required.
Review menus periodically and contribute ideas for new dishes, including dishes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Assist with calculating food costs for new dishes and monitoring cost changes for existing menu items.
Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation.
Check the freshness and quality of ingredients and other food products.
Ensure stock is rotated appropriately in accordance with the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
Monitor food preparation, storage and handling practices to ensure appropriate hygiene and food safety standards are maintained.
Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
About you
Hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent relevant qualification.
Have at least 1 year of relevant full-time work experience in a similar position.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
Have the ability to consistently produce high-quality dishes.
Be capable of working efficiently under pressure in a busy and fast-paced kitchen environment.
Have sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, sanitation and WHS/OH&S; requirements.
Have good organisational and time-management skills.
Be reliable, motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.
Have strong attention to detail, particularly regarding food quality, portioning and presentation.
Be versatile and available to work across a rotating roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays as required.
Competitive salary plus superannuation
Full-time and ongoing employment
Supportive and professional working environment
Opportunity to work as part of an experienced kitchen team
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
About us
The Boathouse is a well-established restaurant/café located in Moonee Ponds on the Maribyrnong River. We pride ourselves on providing quality food and excellent service to our customers. Our venue caters to a diverse range of patrons, and we are committed to maintaining high standards across our kitchen and dining operations.
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📌 Chef - Full Time (Melbourne)
🏢 the boathouse
📍 Melbourne
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